Microtek GNC I MTMA 0902 User Manual

Microtek MTMA

Installing and Getting Started

This document provides information on how to connect the Magnetic Transparent Media Adapter (MTMA) to your scanner and how to scan transparent materials using the MTMA.

Installation

1. Unpack the MTMA

The MTMA is a scanner accessory that is used to scan transparent materials as large as 7" x 10" with your flatbed scanner. Before proceeding any further, check to see that all items are in the package. If any item is missing, contact Microtek Customer Service.

Template

4 film stoppers

MTMA

Note

: Before installing the MTMA, your scanner should be set

up and ready to scan.

2. Power off your scanner, then computer

3. Remove the scanner document cover

4. Peel off the vinyl film

Peel off the vinyl film that covers the back surface of the template and the 4 film stoppers.

Vinyl film

5. Position the template

Place the template on the scanner glass surface. The calibration window of the template should point toward the front of the scanner.

Calibration

window

6. Press template firmly on glass surface

Press the template firmly on the scanner glass bed to make sure it adheres to the glass surface.

Template should fit snugly within the scanner glass area and should not overlap with the vertical/horizontal rulers on the scanner.

7. Position the material to be scanned

Place the transparent material to be scanned (face down) on the scanner glass surface and within the template. Then put the 4 film stoppers on the corners of the film.

Stoppers

Warning: To scan transparent or negative film, the template should always stay on the scanning bed. If the template is removed or is incorrectly placed, your scanner will not work properly. The calibration window or the slim rectangular opening is the color calibration area. Y ou must keep this area clear and free from any obstruction. Otherwise, the quality of your scanned image may be adversely affected or cause the scanner to malfunction.

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Note: Make sure that the anti-skid rubber part of all 4 stoppers are facing toward the glass surface.

The transparent material should not block, obstruct, or overlap the calibration window of the template in any way.

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